The Town of Enfield is seeking a volunteer representative for the Tompkins County Environmental Management Council.

The Environmental Management Council was created in 1971 and has been active since. The EMC meets to discuss issues of the environment and works on projects that respond to renewable energy issues, water quality, unique natural areas, climate adaptation and hazard mitigation, and much more. They may also serve as a conduit between towns and the County Legislature.

Meetings last about 1.5 hours and occur on the second Thursday of each month, except August. Special committees meet about once per month when working on a project. Members serve 2 year terms and first meet early in the new year. The appointee may report to the Enfield Town Board quarterly on the work of the council, or more frequently as necessary.

Enfield has at least 8 designated Unique Natural Areas, is actively considering our oversight for commercial and residential renewable energy development, and will soon have a completed Aquifer Study in place to help us better understand the water sources in our town so we may protect them. Having a representative from Enfield on this council would be a valuable contribution for the town.

If you’d like to be considered for appointed by the Enfield Town Board to be the Enfield representative for this council, please contact Supervisor Elect, Beth McGee, by December 31st, at 288-2384 or supervisor@townofenfield.org

Your commitment to this effort would be an important addition to our goal to effectively manage our environmental responsibilities in Enfield. Thank you for considering.

Many people looked at LED light bulbs a few years ago and didn’t like the
quality of light they produced. The technology is now vastly improved and
the current LED light bulbs look GREAT! They contain no mercury (unlike
compact fluorescents). They’re dimmable. And they’re made in a large va-
riety of wattages and shapes.

Why make the switch?

You’ll both save money
AND contribute to a cleaner environment!

At the present a 60-watt-equivalent LED bulb that lasts for 25,000 hours
can cost as little as $1.75. A 60-watt incandescent bulb costs a bit less up
front, but lasts only 1/25th as long! And the cost of LED bulbs is dropping
all the time.
You also save big on electricity. Here’s a bit of rough calculation showing
annual savings based on 3 hours of use per day per 60 watt equivalent
LED bulb at $.11 per kWh. Note that the numbers are changing all the
time, in favor of the consumer!

In March 2018 Cornell Cooperative Extension will offer another round of “Energy Navigator” training. They’re particularly interested in involving some people from Enfield.

Here’s the text from their page. They are now in the process of finding out who is interested and what times people might be able to attend this free training. Please spread the word!!!

Energy Navigator Volunteers

Energy Navigators help people reach their energy goals. Volunteers complete ten hands-on classes that cover a range of topics in energy efficiency, renewable energy and heating options, as well as incentives, programs and resources that are available to help support saving energy at home. Following the training, volunteers will help other community members reduce their energy use and energy bills, and enjoy safer and more comfortable homes.

Apply - Applications for the 2018 will open in winter. Complete this form if you would like to be contacted about the next training session. Find more information here or contact Karim Beers, Get Your GreenBack Tompkins coordinator, at kwb6@cornell.edu or (607) 272-2292.

Many thanks to Cris McConkey for providing us with this great record. And thank you to the Enfield Town Board for holding this hearing in a venue that allowed for many people to attend and have their voices heard.

Gas exploration banned

In 2011 ENSAW petitioned the residents of Enfield to ban the process of high-volume slick-water hydraulic fracturing. In 2013 the Town of Enfield implemented a law banning gas and petroleum exploration along with production wastes. We are so very proud of our town and its residents.

Petition Results Presentation

Check out the presentation offered to the Enfield Town Board on October 12, 2011.

2017 and beyond

With a gas exploration ban in place, ENSAW is now pursuing various projects aimed at helping Enfield residents conserve energy and save money. Over the coming months, watch for information about community solar, LED light bulbs, Energy Navigator training and much more.

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Enfield Neighbors for Safe Air and Water welcomes residents and friends of the Town of Enfield, NY. The purpose of this site is to keep you informed of issues relating to the preservation of our air and water quality. We hope you'll look around the site, stay informed, and become involved.

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